A Closer Look

Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher is conducting one of the most expansive strategic planning processes in higher education.  Phase I, a visiting tour of all 64 SUNY campuses concluded in September 2009.  Phase II, currently underway, consists of eight Statewide Conversations. The first of which that was held at Hudson Valley Community College addressed the overarching theme of Ensuring Economic Vitality and the Quality of Life, and the following seven conversations scheduled through March 2010 address each of the Themes identified during Phase I.  These Statewide Conversations are attended by a "Group of 200", made up of students, faculty, staff, and business and community leaders.  At each meeting, these stakeholders contribute directly to the planning process, bringing a unique perspective from the diversity of both their institutions and their roles.  Input from the Group of 200 is analyzed and refined by a Steering Committee and is used as the foundation for developing the objectives and goals for the SUNY Strategic Plan, to be launched in the spring of 2010.  Please put your fingerprint on this important undertaking and participate.